In autumn, the calamity of Jingguo gradually settled down, and a large number of refugees entered and left Lanling City. The situation was extremely chaotic for a time.
As the emperor's confidant, Jingguo Young Master Xi Shaoyuan received an edict, ordering him to temporarily stay in Lanling City to help manage people's livelihood until the situation was completely stable. The alliances of various sects were blocked in Shuangtian Village and were not allowed to go south, and the imperial court fell behind again.
With such an imperial edict, Xi Shaoyuan enjoyed his leisure time. Every day he would either go boating alone on the lake and play the blue flute, or he would have a good time drinking and talking with the romantic young master of the Cheng family, writing poems and essays.
It was a refreshing rainy day, and the two of them were waiting for the storyteller to arrive in the private room of the restaurant. A table of middle-aged people dressed in civilian clothes outside were drinking and gossiping. Their voices were slightly louder, and they could be heard clearly in the private room.
"I finally hoped that these rioters would leave, but some flower-picking thieves appeared again. I think there is no peace in Lanling City."
"What can be done? Those people in the imperial court are just living with their salaries. They have been shouting and arresting for more than a month without seeing the flower picker. I only heard that today from the Zhang family and tomorrow from the Wang family, I don’t know how many girls will be raped.
What a disaster. Alas, Luanli people are not as good as Taiping dogs. They were born at the wrong time and at the wrong time!"
"Didn't you say that we sent Master Shaofu, who has a lot of connections with people in the world? He hasn't seen any movement for so long, so he's probably just another idiot."
There was a lively chat outside, but Xiao Bai's eyes almost popped out of his head inside. He kicked the table away and wanted to argue with someone. Fortunately, Xi Shaoyuan quickly stopped him with his quick hands and eyes: "What are you in a hurry? What will happen if you let them talk?"
"You are the only person in the world who is not in a hurry. You can still laugh when someone slanders you behind your back." Xiao Bai sat back down angrily, picked up the wine glass and drank it in one gulp.
Xi Shaoyuan didn't defend himself, smiled and shook his head, as calm as if he was far away from the dust and smoke, and not swayed by the customs.
The so-called flower-picking thieves are not limited to Lanling City. They are reported every few years. Now they just follow the refugees here. These thugs usually live in no fixed place and commit violence at will. In addition, the victimized girl is cryptic and unwilling to say more.
, it is very difficult to catch it, no wonder the officials are not doing things well.
Some things are only known to be painful when they are in their right place.
The noisy people suddenly stopped, and a chaotic sound of footsteps was heard. It seemed that many people had entered the store.
"I was ordered to investigate, and all foreigners unpacked their packages and handed in their entry documents." It was actually a government inspection.
These officers and soldiers often extorted foreigners in the name of investigating crimes. It is no wonder that the people criticized the imperial court a lot, and the superiors and subordinates followed suit. Once the emperor was ignorant and unrestrained, how many officials below him could be honest and honest? I have seen too much officialdom.
Shaoyuan was also numb, which was why he didn't like to get involved.
When I checked the private room next door, something seemed to have gone wrong. There was a scream, and someone flew out of it. All of a sudden, swords and weapons rang out, all pointing into the private room.
"Go away." A cold and merciless scolding came through the wall. Hearing this voice, Xi Shaoyuan frowned without leaving a trace.
With full knowledge and slow breathing, anyone with such profound inner strength must be a master. When did there appear to be more people like this in Lanling City?
After all, as an auxiliary officer, Xi Shaoyuan had no choice but to show up even if he was unwilling to do so. He could not just watch these officers and soldiers being injured at the hands of martial arts people. It would be difficult to explain to the higher-ups when asked.
"I wonder what you call me brother inside? Why should you get angry over such a trivial matter? Let me have a glass of wine and apologize on my behalf." The bead curtain in the private room was lifted, and a young man with a lazy smile appeared in front of everyone.
"I didn't know that Master Shaofu was here. I shocked Gui'an. I hope Master Xi will forgive me!" The person leading the team was a small soldier in the government. He had met Xi Shaoyuan when he was on official business and saw that a high official was here.
He couldn't help but panic, and he knelt down on the spot with a group of soldiers behind him.
"Get up, we'll talk about today's matters back at home."
More than ten officers and soldiers stood behind him, Xi Shaoyuan's smile did not fade and he still looked at the elegant room.
At first, no one answered, but after hearing the address of Mr. Xi, a pure and elegant male voice faintly sounded after a moment: "It turns out to be Mr. Yulong from the Chonghua Sect. I'm disrespectful."
The expressionless young man in black opened the door curtain, and the young man sitting inside raised his glass from a distance, with his head slightly tilted, showing an indescribable calmness and indifference on his face.
That plain flowing cloud brocade robe is not expensive at all, but when it is worn on him, it is unreasonably gorgeous. His thin eyebrows and red lips are delicate and picturesque, and the brows are as light as water. He is elegant and elegant, and he looks like an immortal under a month.
Xiao Bai, who was following Xi Shaoyuan, took a breath and couldn't move his eyes away: "What a beautiful person."
Recalling the description in his father's previous letter, and the unparalleled demeanor of the person in front of him, Xi Shaoyuan immediately guessed their identities, and immediately clasped his fists and saluted: "I heard about the name Wanqi Gongzi early, and it is truly a blessing to meet him today.
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"Young master Xi, there is no need to be too polite. Your Excellency has already reached all nine states. He is both civilized and military, and his intelligence is as high as the bright moon. How can you compare with it?"
This person is Young Master Yetan, Wanqi Haoyue, who was once known as the child prodigy of the Wanqi family in Jiannan. Xiao Bai was surprised, so to speak, the four young masters actually gathered in Lanling.
Xi Shaoyuan knew the purpose of his coming to Lanling. In his previous conversation with Xiao Bai, he lamented that such an innocent person who had nothing to do with the world was also involved in endless turmoil. Today, seeing his true appearance, he felt even more regretful.
One weight.
"It seems that Lanling City is destined to become a place of right and wrong."
There was no malice in the man's eyes with his fine eyes and wide smile, which made Wan Qi Haoyue even more fond of him.
Xiao Bai took a step forward with a respectful expression: "If you have free time someday, please come to the Cheng Mansion to tell me that my sister was saved and cared for many times by Master Wanqi when she was young. Xiao Bai will remember this kindness in his heart."
"Are you Luan'er's younger brother?" Looking up, the free and cheerful young man is indeed somewhat similar to Xia Qingluan, but the cheerful aura on his body is completely opposite to hers. Seeing Xiao Bai, I always feel inexplicably close to him. Wan Qi
Haoyue raised her hand briefly, and lowered the bead curtain with understanding, and the three of them were separated from each other.
"If we are destined to meet again in Fusheng, the bright moon will definitely share the good time and wine with the two of you, and I will not send you far away today."
Xiao Bai and Xi Shaoyuan looked at each other, and the latter shook his head lightly. It was new to be ordered to be kicked out of a restaurant. It seemed that Wan Qi Haoyue was used to living alone all year round, so why disturb his purity and make him disgusted?
"Then Xi will not disturb you any more. If you two need anything, just ask and take your leave."
Not long after the young man with a lazy smile pulled the reluctant boy away, a graceful and graceful figure in light pink turned into the store and went straight to the private room where Wanqi Haoyue and Gong were sitting.
"Girl, since we invited you here, why did you hide outside for so long? Those two don't seem like people who would hurt you." The glass was gently swaying, and the elegant man in the elegant room focused on the reflection in the wine, and looked at the people who came in through the curtain.
Not looking sideways.
"We have some hidden secrets and it's not convenient to meet each other." A burst of herbal fragrance floated by, including a familiar taste. Wanqi Haoyue finally raised his head and took a look, just for this fragrance.
Although the girl with a clear face was surprised by the face that was more delicate than a woman, it was only for a moment. She had more important things.
"No further talk, I just want to ask Mr. Wanqi if he wants Hongxian to leave Wei Moyan?"
This question was too direct. The hand holding the flower-painted wine glass trembled, and ripples appeared on the clear surface of the wine. His cold eyes stared at her face for a long time, seeming to be fascinated by the cold and stoic nature of the seemingly delicate girl.